If you were holding out for the update, the 2026 Toyota Glanza is here, but the headline change isn't the styling—it’s the powertrain. Under the hood, the familiar 4-cylinder engine is gone, replaced by a 1.2-litre Z12E 3-cylinder petrol unit. It pushes out 83hp and 112Nm of torque. For context, that’s a 7hp drop from the outgoing model. You won’t find a dual-clutch transmission here; it’s strictly a 5-speed manual or a 5-speed AMT. The trade-off is improved fuel economy, a necessity in this fuel-price climate, though the AMT remains the option to avoid if you hate jerky shifts.
Pricing starts at ₹6.99 lakh (ex-showroom) for the base E variant, climbing to ₹10.49 lakh for the top-spec V(O). The middle ground is where the real decision lies. The G variant at ₹8.73 lakh and the V at ₹9.99 lakh are where the feature density jumps. Toyota has stuffed the cabin with ventilated front seats and a wireless charger—features that were previously reserved for pricier cars. The interior layout itself hasn’t changed. It’s still the same dashboard, same seats, same buttons. But the equipment list is longer, and that’s what matters for daily comfort.
The big safety play here is the Level 2 ADAS suite. Getting driver assistance tech at this price point is a direct shot at the Maruti Suzuki Baleno and Hyundai i20, neither of which offers a comparable package at these price tags. The Glanza also retains its CNG option, a staple for corporate fleets and high-mileage drivers. The CNG version makes 70hp, which is enough for city commuting but forget highway overtaking as a priority. Interestingly, the CNG model now gets both manual and AMT options, unlike the previous generation.
Exterior changes are subtle. A revised front fascia, new alloy wheels, and a shark-fin antenna give it a fresher look, but the silhouette is unmistakably Glanza. No radical redesign. Toyota is betting that buyers care more about the engine efficiency and the ADAS package than a total visual overhaul. If you’re in the market for a premium hatchback that prioritizes safety and running costs over raw power, this is the one to test drive. The launch is immediate, with bookings open now.